Leach also called Powell’s sister who received the cryptic email. She lived about a mile from Powell. He said she arrived to find what looked like a bomb had gone off. The blast killed Powell and his sons.

This all happened just days after a judge denied Powell custody of his boys. Leach said there was what he called an online cyber bullying effort to keep Powell from getting custody. Leach said he believed this should have played out in the courtroom not online.

Powell also left a voice message for his brother, cousins and other family members before the fire, according to ABC News.

“I am not able to live without my sons, and I’m not able to go on anymore. I’m sorry to everyone I’ve hurt. Goodbye,” the voicemail message said.